How was the Gwinnett Place Mall site revitalization strategy created?
The Gwinnett Place Mall Site Revitalization Strategy was a collaborative effort between Gwinnett County, the Gwinnett Place CID and the Atlanta Regional Commission. Through an extensive market analysis and interactions with 6,000 community members, a transformative concept known as Global Villages emerged. This concept envisions housing, an international community cultural center, office spaces and retail areas centered around green space. The redevelopment of the Gwinnett Place Mall site aligns with the County’s 2045 Unified Plan, which focuses on fostering inclusive and equitable economic growth within Gwinnett.
What is Global Villages and how does it fit into the Urban Redevelopment plan?
The Global Villages concept is designed to redevelop the Gwinnett Place Mall site with spaces designed to celebrate the diverse cultures and communities within Gwinnett County and specifically the CID. In addition to housing, Global Villages will feature green space, community gathering spaces and amenities to support diverse cultural events – fostering inclusivity and engagement.
What is the significance of Gwinnett County's purchase of the Macy's building at Gwinnett Place Mall?
The purchase is significant because it provides an even greater opportunity to revitalize a dead mall and transform it into a vibrant space that supports economic development and serves as a hub for local events, including festivals, concerts and more enhancing the community’s appeal.
How will the redevelopment of Gwinnett Place benefit local residents and businesses?
The redevelopment is expected to attract new businesses, create jobs, increase housing options and enhance public spaces, ultimately improving the quality of life for residents and boosting the local economy for businesses within the CID.
Will there be any changes to existing businesses during the redevelopment?
The goal is to minimize disruptions to existing businesses and work with them closely to communicate any necessary updates throughout the process.
Where can I find more information about the Gwinnett Place Mall redevelopment and the Global Villages initiative?
For the latest news and updates, please visit our website or follow us on our social media platforms. You can also subscribe to our newsletter for direct updates. For county updates and resources, you can review the press releases here.
What is a CID (Community Improvement District)?
A CID is a self-taxing entity created to execute certain services including street and road construction and maintenance, parks and recreations, storm water and sewage systems, water systems, public transportation systems, and other services and facilities. CIDs are created through the enactment by the local government(s) of resolution and the consent of the governed. A CID is administered by a Board of Directors. The make-up of a district’s Board consists of both elected board members and appointed board members. Some board members are elected on ballots weighted by value of property interests, and some based upon one vote per owner, regardless of value.
How does the CID raise funds for the district?
The board raises funds by setting an ad valorem millage rate on real property, specifically excluding property used residentially. The Gwinnett Place CID is a self-taxing district that uses the additional property taxes of its members to accelerate infrastructure improvements, security enhancements and economic development initiatives.
What is the ad valorem millage rate on real property in Gwinnett?
The millage rate is placed upon the regular tax bills sent by the Tax Commissioner, who transmits the collected taxes to the CID Board for expenditure in accordance with the purposes of the District. The constitutional upper limit is 2.5 percent of the assessed value (which is 25 mills).
How does the public stay informed on the Gwinnett Place CID activities and projects?
All Board meetings and events are open to the public.
Where can I view the GPCID’s audits and enabling legislation?
Audits
- FY 2023 Audit
- FY 2022 Audit
- FY 2021 Audit
- FY 2020 Audit
- FY 2019 Audit
- FY 2018 Audit
- FY 2017 Audit
- FY 2016 Audit
- FY 2015 Audit
- FY 2014 Audit
- FY 2013 Audit
- FY 2012 Audit
- FY 2011 Audit
- FY 2010 Audit
- FY 2009 Audit
- FY 2008 Audit
Enabling Legislation
The creation of Community Improvement Districts is allowed by a provision of the Georgia Constitution. The Gwinnett County Community Improvement Districts Act authorized CIDs in Gwinnett County with the passage of House Bill 654. In 2005, the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution creating the Gwinnett Place CID.